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politics

Taoiseach distances Fianna Fáil from Bertie Ahern immigration remarks

Micheál Martin says Ireland must respect people of all ethnic backgrounds following controversy over Bertie Ahern remarks

<p>Any link with the hantavirus outbreak that led to the deaths of three passengers onboard the Hondius cruise ship has been ruled out. File picture AP</p>

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Irish among 1,700 confined to cruise ship in France after suspected norovirus outbreak

<p>Simon Callow in Four Weddings And A Funeral. The two- or three-day conspicuous multiple outfit wedding took a bath during the recession, to re-emerge post-covid with a vengeance.</p>

columnists

Sarah Harte: It's strange to attend a wedding as an almost-divorcée

SHANNEN HEALY

S fashion and beauty

I’m going to 11 weddings this year — here’s how I’m saving money and still having fun

'It’s a disgrace what they’re doing': Council votes to reduce taxi ranks on Cork's St Patrick's Street

munster

'It’s a disgrace what they’re doing': Council votes to reduce taxi ranks on Cork's St Patrick's Street

National Ambulance Service industrial action

news

Paramedic unions to attend Labour Court talks as further strike action planned

Lions v Connacht - United Rugby Championship

rugby

Munster sign Ireland tighthead prop Jack Aungier on two-year deal

I tried sea and sauna therapy in Cork for the first time — here's what happened

health and wellbeing

I tried sea and sauna therapy in Cork for the first time — here's what happened

Common conditions service launch

politics

Women will still go to UK for abortion even if law is changed, health minister claims

News

Gardaí relaunch Coastal Watch urging Cork communities to report suspicious maritime activity

Gardaí relaunch Coastal Watch urging Cork communities to report suspicious maritime activity

Enhanced Coastal Watch initiative encourages coastal communities to report suspicious activity linked to drug trafficking and other crimes

Meta Data Centres

Customer energy bills are not bearing a 'disproportionate brunt' from data centres, regulator says

Elderly Man Wearing Hearing Aid Working on Laptop at Home while Using Assistive Technology

WHO says many people in Ireland face barriers accessing assistive technology

Child playing with mathematical toy

Government accused of reneging on 'big election promises' to reduce costs of childcare

sport

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Has this been a good season for Irish rugby?

Arena with Maurice Brosnan: Has this been a good season for Irish rugby?

On this week’s episode, we are joined by Leinster Schools Head Coach, MSc Sports Performance Analysis lecturer, and The Currency columnist Brett Igoe

Sunderland v Manchester United - Premier League - Stadium of Light

Manchester United to speak with Michael Carrick about permanent head coach role

The Open 2024 - Preview - Wednesday 17th July - Royal Troon

Tigers Woods' prescription drug records to be handed over to prosecutors in DUI case

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Ted Lasso star signs professional deal with American second-tier side

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Insight: Must Reads

Kerry v Cork - Munster GAA Football Senior Championship Final

S Éamonn Fitzmaurice: Kerry evolution is clear as same old Cork failings rush to surface

The Kerry defence deserve massive credit for Sunday's win. In the second half they limited Cork to 1-2. While Cork did themselves no favours, the Kerry backs stood out with a disciplined and cohesive performance.

My family journey through Thailand — a goodbye disguised as a holiday

My family journey through Thailand — a goodbye disguised as a holiday

Frightening to see how clever the far-right reaction to the picking of the Dublin Rose is

S Frightening to see how clever the far-right reaction to the picking of the Dublin Rose is

Waterford v Cork - Munster GAA Senior Hurling Championship Round 3

S Anthony Daly: Déise still search for missing inches but Cork are enjoying themselves

Regular Columnists

S Fergus Finlay: Young people must be taught to think critically or we are doomed

S Terry Prone: Labour’s losses are down to the fact that they didn’t listen to voters

David O'Mahony: Met Gala may not be your thing but it shows art hasn't gone out of fashion

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Colin Sheridan: Demanding accountability from a government or a society is not racism

Lifestyle

'There was such a positive, uplifting vibe across the whole site': WellFest celebrates 10th year in Dublin

'There was such a positive, uplifting vibe across the whole site': WellFest celebrates 10th year in Dublin

The IMMA at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham was home to outdoor dance workouts, yoga classes, hybrid training classes, health talks, meditation sessions, and wellbeing workshops on Saturday and Sunday

79th Cannes Film Festival

In pictures: Ruth Negga and Maura Higgins among red carpet guests at Cannes Film Fest

These sugar-spun heroes are the injection of colour your wardrobe is craving

These sugar-spun heroes are the injection of colour your wardrobe is craving

Louis Marcus: Oscar nominee recalls artistic life in Cork in the 1950s

Louis Marcus: Oscar nominee recalls artistic life in Cork in the 1950s

Viewpoints

Fianna Fáil dissent remains largely private as UK Labour openly turns on Keir Starmer

Fianna Fáil dissent remains largely private as UK Labour openly turns on Keir Starmer

Private frustration within Fianna Fáil has yet to translate into any organised public challenge to Micheál Martin’s leadership

Hospital stock

Elaine Loughlin: Simple steps that could alleviate pressure on nurses

Local elections 2026

Enda Brady: It was the lack of hope which killed Starmer’s premiership

Common Seals in Ireland

What will it take for Ireland to prioritise marine protection?

Property

Jennifer Sheahan: How to reseal your bath or shower

Jennifer Sheahan: How to reseal your bath or shower

Resealing your bath or shower may not be glamorous, but it is far more manageable than it looks

New owner confirmed for popular Douglas pub The South County

New owner confirmed for popular Douglas pub The South County

Plans for new '15-minute neighbourhood' comprising 300 homes in Ballincollig lodged with council

Plans for new '15-minute neighbourhood' comprising 300 homes in Ballincollig lodged with council

padel tennis racket sport court and balls.

Green light for new padel tennis facility in Cork

Subscriber

Connacht v Munster - United Rugby Championship

S Donal Lenihan: Lancaster has made Galway, at once, hostile and attractive

Given the quality and consistency of performance they are delivering at present, Connacht are on a clear upward trajectory even if they fail to make the top eight next weekend.

Darragh Heneghan with a shot at goal 10/5/2026

S Maurice Brosnan: Galway's kickout issues, Heneghan's breakout, and Geaney's genius

FAI Director of Football Media Briefing

S John Fallon: John Martin’s Shamrock Rovers history mystery bad for his FAI role

The Gaelic Football Show: Connacht classic, Kerry get it done against Cork

S The Gaelic Football Show: Connacht classic, Kerry get it done against Cork

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Who is TikToker Rendy Vlad and why is he covertly recording Cork shop workers?

Who is TikToker Rendy Vlad and why is he covertly recording Cork shop workers?

The podcast explores growing privacy concerns linked to wearable recording technology and social media content creation

Dalo's Hurling Show: Cork's hypeless progress, too many cards, watch out for the hackers

S Dalo's Hurling Show: Cork's hypeless progress, too many cards, watch out for the hackers

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Is Ireland ready for nuclear power?

The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast: Is Ireland ready for nuclear power?

The Mick Clifford Podcast: When will tomorrow come for the National Children’s Hospital?

The Mick Clifford Podcast: When will tomorrow come for the National Children’s Hospital?

Watch Now

Sir Keir Starmer visit

Watch: Keir Starmer vows to stay in power and prove 'doubters' wrong

More than 90 Labour MPs have called for Keir Starmer to go since the weekend

Watch: 'Lá Spraoi' sports event for children with physical disabilities at MTU

Watch: 'Lá Spraoi' sports event for children with physical disabilities at MTU

State visit to the US - Day Two

Watch: Trump says his mother had a crush on King Charles

farming

Amazon Cowboys Maintain Brazilian Cattle Feed Lot

Brazilian exports to be banned from the EU

Due to non-compliance with antimicrobial medicine use, Brazil will not be permitted to export animal-produced products to the EU

A European badger in the forest

Department launches €6m badger biosecurity scheme to tackle Bovine TB

Racks of Cultivated Living Lettuce at Indoor Vertical Farm

Vertical farming lettuce releases higher emissions, study finds

Food watchdog issues major recall of chicken from several retailers

Food watchdog issues major recall of chicken from several retailers

World

Mideast Wars Mladenov

Stalled ceasefire fails to meet Israeli and Palestinian expectations, says envoy

Nickolay Mladenov, the high representative for the International Board of Peace overseeing the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, has acknowledged that little progress had been made.

Local elections 2026

Nigel Farage faces probe by sleaze watchdog over £5m gift

Sir Keir Starmer visit

Allies of Wes Streeting say he will launch challenge of Keir Starmer tomorrow

Starmer premiership crisis

Who could replace Keir Starmer as Britain's prime minister?

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How to get involved in Bike Week 2026

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Lameness management in Irish sheep flocks: Stepping away from toxic footbath chemicals

Lameness management in Irish sheep flocks: Stepping away from toxic footbath chemicals

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